A marvel of medieval carving, featuring four green men and hundreds of individual angels
St Mary's is over 900 years old - it needs constant care to preserve it.
That's why Spirewatch never stops fundraising!
Our latest project is raising funds to restore the lych gate: the much-loved (and photographed!) gateway at the entrance to St Mary's churchyard.
Thanks to everyone who helped with the huge "save the spire" appeal. The spire which has crowned Harrow Hill for over 500 years is now safe for generations to come.
OTHER RESTORATION PROJECTS
Work at St Mary's Church continues, as is to be expected with an ancient Grade I-listed building.
Recent projects include supporting re-leading and insulating the main roof over the nave.
Spirewatch also covered the entire cost of repairing the buttress by the main south entrance - over £22,000.
Other priorities include the medieval Parvise Chapel, which contains precious fragments of centuries-old painting, and the staircase leading up to it. The chapel suffered particularly badly from water damage before the roof was replaced, and further assessment of the woodwork is needed.
For a little charity, we have big tasks ahead!
Spirewatch: charity number 290616.